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Prime Minister Starmer raises defence spending ahead of Trump visit

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Wed, 26 Feb 2025, 8:08pm
Prime Minister Keir Starmer delivers a statement on Defence spending at Downing Street on February 25, 2025 in London, England.  (Photo by Leon Neal/Getty Images)
Prime Minister Keir Starmer delivers a statement on Defence spending at Downing Street on February 25, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Leon Neal/Getty Images)

Prime Minister Starmer raises defence spending ahead of Trump visit

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Publish Date
Wed, 26 Feb 2025, 8:08pm

The UK has confirmed its biggest boost in defence spending since the Cold War, with its Prime Minister warning the world has entered a 'dangerous new era'.

The UK says its spending will rise from 2.3 percent of GDP to 2.5 over the next few years.

UK correspondent Gavin Grey says this money will be taken out of the international aid budget - prompting criticism from advocates. 

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